Human Rights in a Global Perspective
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The course Advanced Course in Public International Law is given within the framework of the Master of Laws Programme in International Law at the Department of Law, Stockholm University.
Read more about the Master of Laws Programme in International Law
Several basic concepts are presented in the course, including substantive rights and the various mechanisms for the protection of human rights. Human rights are also be discussed from historical, philosophical and critical perspectives. The course draws special attention to the problem of establishing human rights legislation on the basis of existing sources of law.
The learning objectives, activities, and examination criteria for the course are outlined in the syllabus. Therefore, the syllabus serves as the foundational document dictating the course's content and structure. To access the current syllabus, please navigate to the right-hand column and locate the section titled "Syllabus - Legal document." Alternatively, if you are using a mobile device, you can find it towards the end of this page.
In addition to the syllabus, the course director has compiled a course description. The primary aim of this description is to provide a comprehensive overview of the syllabus's structure and components.
Please be advised that in the event of any inconsistencies between the information provided in the course description or on this course page regarding the course structure, and the content outlined in the current syllabus, the syllabus always supersedes.
Teaching Format
Instruction is given in the form of lectures, group discussions and problem-based seminars. The course is divided into five different parts.
Assessment
The course’s learning outcomes are examined through the writing of an essay, through a written sit-in examination and through mandatory active attendance of the problem-based seminar.
Examiner
Sally Longworth
Learning platform
From the autumn semester 2026, Stockholm University uses the learning platform Canvas for all courses. As a registered student, you will find all course information, assignments, and learning materials there throughout the course.
The Departement
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LL.M. Public International Law
PIL@juridicum.su.se
Course coordinator:
Sara Freeman
Course manager:
Sally Longworth
